US contractor debate continues to heat up as bill seeking to enact the Dynamex definition of “independent contractor” into California law makes its way to the State Senate. Continue reading
Baidu launches API for speech-to-speech translation based on technology outlined in late-2018 research paper, which was criticized at the time for overpromising. Continue reading
Slator 2019 Life Sciences Translation Report
Slator’s 2019 report on the clinical life sciences translation industry, analysis of the competitive landscape and actionable insights from major buyers of pharmaceutical translation. Continue reading
These Fast Growing US Language Service Providers Made the 2019 Inc. 5000 List
The results are in for the 2019 edition of the Inc. 5000 list, which ranks the fastest growing companies in the United States. Which language service providers made the cut? Continue reading
What Makes a Good Post-Editor: Research Examines Activity Patterns of over 300 Linguists
Characterizing post-editors based on their keystrokes, mouse activity, and other editing actions can help predict speed and, eventually, quality, says a new paper by Unbabel researchers. Continue reading
Debonair Languages Goes Bankrupt, Linguists ‘Left in Limbo’
UK interpreting provider Debonair Languages has gone into administration and ceased trading, leaving its freelance linguists “in limbo” with unpaid invoices. Continue reading
Shares in Japan’s Largest LSP Plummet on Declining Q1 FY20 Revenues
Shares in Japanese language service provider Honyaku Center plummet on declining Q1 2020 sales. Its largest unit, Translation, retreated across all sectors bar Patents. Continue reading
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Appen and Lionbridge Will Have to Compete Against This Latest Unicorn Startup
AI support services startup Scale AI uses a combination of crowd and automation to label data incl. NLP, putting it in direct competition with Appen and Lionbridge. Continue reading
New Streaming Services From Disney and Warner Bros. Spell Good News for Localization
The lines that separate traditional film studios and streaming services are dissolving as everyone now wants to own and distribute content. The winners? Media localizers. Continue reading
SlatorCon San Francisco 2019: Full Agenda Announced
Over 120 language industry leaders will meet at the language industry’s premier executive forum in San Francisco on September 12. Browse the full agenda now. Continue reading
Winning the East and West African Markets in the United States and Abroad
Why localizing for the African continent and African immigrants in the US matters Continue reading
Language Data Startup UTH Raises Series C From China Big Tech
Backed by big China tech, language data startup UTH International raised a Series C, bringing total funds raised to about USD 30m. Continue reading
Reader Polls: Impact of Regulation & NLP, RSI Use, Language Data Market Potential
Will regulatory changes favor the language industry? What practical impact will NLP have on the market? Who uses RSI apps? Should LSPs pursue the language data market? Continue reading
NMT for Subtitling Could Work Without Specialized Training, Study Finds
As demand for media loc strains suppliers, there is a case for automation. Research finds NMT might be used for subtitles without special training. Continue reading
‘Similar to Lyft or Uber’: California Judge Rules Interpreters Are Not Employees in IU Case
California judge says it makes no sense to treat interpreters of LSP Interpreters Unlimited as employees, likening business model to that of Lyft and Uber. Continue reading
SDL Has Turned the Corner, Posts Solid H1 2019 Results
SDL is poised to reap the rewards of a three-year transformation and a swift and skilful one-year integration of Donnelley Language Solutions. Continue reading
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